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Our Souls at Night: A Comprehensive Film Study

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Title: Our Souls at Night: A Comprehensive Film Study

Total Categories: 5

Category Stats

  • Film Identification and Production: 21 flashcards, 20 questions
  • Cast and Character Portrayals: 11 flashcards, 6 questions
  • Narrative and Thematic Elements: 14 flashcards, 20 questions
  • Critical Reception and Audience Response: 5 flashcards, 6 questions
  • Contextual Background and Legacy: 5 flashcards, 6 questions

Total Stats

  • Total Flashcards: 56
  • True/False Questions: 25
  • Multiple Choice Questions: 33
  • Total Questions: 58

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Study Guide: Our Souls at Night: A Comprehensive Film Study

Study Guide: Our Souls at Night: A Comprehensive Film Study

Film Identification and Production

The film *Our Souls at Night* is accurately classified as a science fiction drama.

Answer: False

The film *Our Souls at Night* is primarily categorized as an American romantic drama, not a science fiction drama.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the literary work that served as the basis for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: The film *Our Souls at Night* is based upon the novel of the same name, authored by Kent Haruf.

The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was authored by Kent Haruf, the writer of the original novel.

Answer: False

The screenplay was adapted by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber, not by the novel's author, Kent Haruf.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the literary work that served as the basis for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: The film *Our Souls at Night* is based upon the novel of the same name, authored by Kent Haruf.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.

The world premiere of *Our Souls at Night* occurred at the Cannes Film Festival in 2017.

Answer: False

The film's world premiere was held at the Venice Film Festival on September 1, 2017, not at Cannes.

Related Concepts:

  • Specify the date on which the world premiere of *Our Souls at Night* occurred at the Venice Film Festival.: The world premiere of *Our Souls at Night* took place at the Venice Film Festival on September 1, 2017.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Beyond Robert Redford and Jane Fonda, identify other key members of the main cast in *Our Souls at Night*.: The main cast of *Our Souls at Night* also includes Matthias Schoenaerts and Judy Greer.

The film *Our Souls at Night* received an exclusive theatrical release on September 29, 2017.

Answer: False

The film was released globally on the Netflix streaming platform on September 29, 2017, rather than receiving an exclusive theatrical distribution.

Related Concepts:

  • State the release date and the platform for the public debut of *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* was released on the Netflix streaming platform on September 29, 2017.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.

The film *Our Souls at Night* has a running time approximating 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Answer: False

The actual running time of *Our Souls at Night* is approximately 101 minutes (1 hour and 41 minutes), not 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Related Concepts:

  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Identify the literary work that served as the basis for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: The film *Our Souls at Night* is based upon the novel of the same name, authored by Kent Haruf.

The production entities involved in *Our Souls at Night* encompassed Netflix and Wildwood Enterprises, Inc.

Answer: True

The film was produced by Netflix and Wildwood Enterprises, Inc., with Netflix also serving as the distributor.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • State the release date and the platform for the public debut of *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* was released on the Netflix streaming platform on September 29, 2017.

The musical score for *Our Souls at Night* was composed by Stephen Goldblatt.

Answer: False

The musical score was composed by Elliot Goldenthal. Stephen Goldblatt served as the cinematographer for the film.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the literary work that served as the basis for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: The film *Our Souls at Night* is based upon the novel of the same name, authored by Kent Haruf.

Principal photography for the film *Our Souls at Night* commenced in September 2016.

Answer: True

Filming for *Our Souls at Night* began on September 12, 2016.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • State the release date and the platform for the public debut of *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* was released on the Netflix streaming platform on September 29, 2017.

The novel *Our Souls at Night* was authored by the film's director, Ritesh Batra.

Answer: False

The novel *Our Souls at Night* was written by Kent Haruf. Ritesh Batra is the director of the film adaptation.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the literary work that served as the basis for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: The film *Our Souls at Night* is based upon the novel of the same name, authored by Kent Haruf.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.

Identify the director of the 2017 American romantic drama film *Our Souls at Night*.

Answer: Ritesh Batra

Ritesh Batra directed the 2017 film *Our Souls at Night*.

Related Concepts:

  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Identify the literary work that served as the basis for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: The film *Our Souls at Night* is based upon the novel of the same name, authored by Kent Haruf.

Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.

Answer: American romantic drama

*Our Souls at Night* is primarily classified as an American romantic drama.

Related Concepts:

  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Identify the literary work that served as the basis for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: The film *Our Souls at Night* is based upon the novel of the same name, authored by Kent Haruf.

Identify the literary work that served as the foundation for the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.

Answer: The novel of the same name by Kent Haruf

The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* is based on the novel of the same name authored by Kent Haruf.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Identify the literary work that served as the basis for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: The film *Our Souls at Night* is based upon the novel of the same name, authored by Kent Haruf.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.

At which prestigious film festival did *Our Souls at Night* have its world premiere?

Answer: Venice Film Festival

*Our Souls at Night* premiered globally at the Venice Film Festival.

Related Concepts:

  • Specify the date on which the world premiere of *Our Souls at Night* occurred at the Venice Film Festival.: The world premiere of *Our Souls at Night* took place at the Venice Film Festival on September 1, 2017.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.

Specify the primary platform through which *Our Souls at Night* was made available to the public.

Answer: Netflix

*Our Souls at Night* was released on the Netflix streaming platform.

Related Concepts:

  • State the release date and the platform for the public debut of *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* was released on the Netflix streaming platform on September 29, 2017.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.

Determine the precise running time of the film *Our Souls at Night*.

Answer: 101 minutes

The film *Our Souls at Night* has a running time of 101 minutes.

Related Concepts:

  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • State the release date and the platform for the public debut of *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* was released on the Netflix streaming platform on September 29, 2017.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.

Identify the composer responsible for the musical score of *Our Souls at Night*.

Answer: Elliot Goldenthal

Elliot Goldenthal composed the music for *Our Souls at Night*.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the literary work that served as the basis for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: The film *Our Souls at Night* is based upon the novel of the same name, authored by Kent Haruf.

In which U.S. state is the fictional locale of Holt, the setting for *Our Souls at Night*, situated?

Answer: Colorado

The fictional city of Holt, serving as the setting for *Our Souls at Night*, is located in Colorado.

Related Concepts:

  • In which fictional city, located in Colorado, is the film *Our Souls at Night* set?: The film *Our Souls at Night* is set in the fictional small Colorado city of Holt.

On what date did Netflix engage Ritesh Batra to direct the film adaptation of *Our Souls at Night*?

Answer: July 7, 2016

Netflix hired Ritesh Batra to direct the film adaptation on July 7, 2016.

Related Concepts:

  • On what date did Netflix engage Ritesh Batra to direct the film adaptation of *Our Souls at Night*?: Netflix hired Ritesh Batra to direct the film adaptation on July 7, 2016.

In which U.S. state is the fictional locale of Holt, the setting for *Our Souls at Night*, situated?

Answer: Colorado

The fictional city of Holt, serving as the setting for *Our Souls at Night*, is located in Colorado.

Related Concepts:

  • In which fictional city, located in Colorado, is the film *Our Souls at Night* set?: The film *Our Souls at Night* is set in the fictional small Colorado city of Holt.

On what date did Netflix engage Ritesh Batra to direct the film adaptation of *Our Souls at Night*?

Answer: July 7, 2016

Netflix hired Ritesh Batra to direct the film adaptation on July 7, 2016.

Related Concepts:

  • On what date did Netflix engage Ritesh Batra to direct the film adaptation of *Our Souls at Night*?: Netflix hired Ritesh Batra to direct the film adaptation on July 7, 2016.

Cast and Character Portrayals

Jane Fonda is cast in the role of Louis Waters, a widower.

Answer: False

Jane Fonda portrays Addie Moore. Robert Redford plays the role of the widower Louis Waters.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the actress who portrays the character Addie Moore in the film.: Jane Fonda plays the role of Addie Moore in *Our Souls at Night*.

Matthias Schoenaerts assumes the role of Gene, Addie's son.

Answer: True

Matthias Schoenaerts portrays Gene, Addie Moore's son and Jamie's father.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the actor cast as Gene Moore, Addie's son and Jamie's father.: Matthias Schoenaerts plays the role of Gene Moore.

Judy Greer is cast as Ruth Joyce, an acquaintance of Addie.

Answer: False

Judy Greer plays Holly Waters, Louis's daughter. Phyllis Somerville portrays Ruth Joyce.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the actress who portrays Holly Waters, Louis's daughter.: Judy Greer portrays Holly Waters, Louis's daughter.

Identify the two principal stars featured in the film *Our Souls at Night*.

Answer: Robert Redford and Jane Fonda

The film prominently features Robert Redford and Jane Fonda as its two main stars.

Related Concepts:

  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.
  • Beyond Robert Redford and Jane Fonda, identify other key members of the main cast in *Our Souls at Night*.: The main cast of *Our Souls at Night* also includes Matthias Schoenaerts and Judy Greer.

Identify the actor who portrays the character Louis Waters in *Our Souls at Night*.

Answer: Robert Redford

Robert Redford portrays the character Louis Waters in *Our Souls at Night*.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the actor who portrays the character Louis Waters in *Our Souls at Night*.: Robert Redford portrays the character Louis Waters in *Our Souls at Night*.

Identify the actor who portrays the character Louis Waters in *Our Souls at Night*.

Answer: Robert Redford

Robert Redford portrays the character Louis Waters in *Our Souls at Night*.

Related Concepts:

  • Identify the actor who portrays the character Louis Waters in *Our Souls at Night*.: Robert Redford portrays the character Louis Waters in *Our Souls at Night*.

Narrative and Thematic Elements

Addie Moore's initial proposition to Louis Waters involves their immediate marriage.

Answer: False

Addie's initial suggestion was for them to spend the night together to combat loneliness, not to marry.

Related Concepts:

  • Describe Louis Waters' initial reaction to Addie Moore's suggestion and the subsequent outcome.: Louis Waters initially exhibits a degree of hesitation regarding Addie's suggestion; however, he soon assents, and they commence spending their evenings and nights together at Addie's residence.

Louis Waters unequivocally accepts Addie Moore's initial suggestion without any reservation.

Answer: False

Louis Waters initially exhibits some hesitation regarding Addie's unconventional suggestion before ultimately agreeing.

Related Concepts:

  • Describe Louis Waters' initial reaction to Addie Moore's suggestion and the subsequent outcome.: Louis Waters initially exhibits a degree of hesitation regarding Addie's suggestion; however, he soon assents, and they commence spending their evenings and nights together at Addie's residence.

Addie's grandson, Jamie, resides with her due to his parents embarking on an extended vacation.

Answer: False

Jamie comes to stay with Addie because his father, Gene, is experiencing marital difficulties and drops him off for the summer.

Related Concepts:

  • What circumstance leads to Addie's grandson, Jamie, residing with her for an extended period?: Addie's son, Gene, brings his son Jamie to stay at Addie's house for the summer due to the dissolution of his marriage.
  • What event prompts Addie to reconsider her decision regarding moving in with her son Gene?: Addie reconsiders moving in with Gene following a distressed telephone call from her grandson, Jamie, received late at night.
  • Describe the interactions between Addie and Louis with Jamie throughout his summer sojourn.: Jamie resides with Addie for the entire summer, frequently interacting with Louis; the two adults subsequently procure a dog for the boy.

Addie's son, Gene, expresses immediate approval of her developing relationship with Louis Waters.

Answer: False

Gene strongly disapproves of Addie's relationship with Louis, primarily due to Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the catalyst for conflict between Addie and her son Gene concerning her relationship with Louis?: Gene confronts Addie regarding her relationship with Louis, expressing disapproval due to his knowledge of Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.
  • What is the ultimate resolution for the relationship between Addie and Louis after Addie relocates to reside with Gene?: Following Addie's move to Gene's residence, she and Louis share a final night together; thereafter, both individuals resume their solitary evenings and sleeping arrangements.
  • What is Addie's response to Gene's objections regarding her relationship with Louis?: Addie maintains her relationship with Louis, refusing to terminate it despite her son's expressed disapproval.

Addie Moore opts to relocate and live with her son Gene subsequent to his apology for past transgressions.

Answer: False

Addie decides to move in with Gene and Jamie after Gene confesses his long-held belief that Addie blamed him for his sister's death, not after an apology for general past behavior.

Related Concepts:

  • What does Addie's son, Gene, attempt to persuade her to do during her hospitalization?: While Addie is hospitalized, Gene attempts to persuade her to relocate and live with him.
  • Following Gene's confession, what decision does Addie render concerning her living situation?: Addie resolves that familial obligations take precedence and agrees to move in with Gene and Jamie.
  • What circumstance leads to Addie's grandson, Jamie, residing with her for an extended period?: Addie's son, Gene, brings his son Jamie to stay at Addie's house for the summer due to the dissolution of his marriage.

Following Addie's relocation to live with Gene, her relationship with Louis ceases to exist permanently.

Answer: False

While their close daily contact diminishes, Addie and Louis maintain a connection, and they spend one final night together before Addie moves. Their relationship does not end permanently.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the ultimate resolution for the relationship between Addie and Louis after Addie relocates to reside with Gene?: Following Addie's move to Gene's residence, she and Louis share a final night together; thereafter, both individuals resume their solitary evenings and sleeping arrangements.
  • What is the catalyst for conflict between Addie and her son Gene concerning her relationship with Louis?: Gene confronts Addie regarding her relationship with Louis, expressing disapproval due to his knowledge of Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.
  • Describe Louis Waters' initial reaction to Addie Moore's suggestion and the subsequent outcome.: Louis Waters initially exhibits a degree of hesitation regarding Addie's suggestion; however, he soon assents, and they commence spending their evenings and nights together at Addie's residence.

Articulate Addie Moore's initial, unconventional proposal to her neighbor, Louis Waters.

Answer: That they spend the night together to combat loneliness.

Addie Moore's initial suggestion to Louis Waters was that they spend the night together, non-sexually, as a means to alleviate their shared loneliness.

Related Concepts:

  • Describe Louis Waters' initial reaction to Addie Moore's suggestion and the subsequent outcome.: Louis Waters initially exhibits a degree of hesitation regarding Addie's suggestion; however, he soon assents, and they commence spending their evenings and nights together at Addie's residence.
  • Identify the two principal characters in *Our Souls at Night* and describe their initial relationship.: The principal characters are Louis Waters, a widower, and Addie Moore, a widow. Despite being neighbors for many years, they initially possess only a superficial acquaintance.
  • How do Addie and Louis sustain their connection subsequent to Addie's relocation to Gene's household?: Upon receiving the cell phone, Addie initiates contact with Louis, and they resume conversing as old friends.

Explain the circumstances necessitating Addie's grandson, Jamie, residing with her.

Answer: His father, Gene, is experiencing marital problems.

Jamie comes to stay with Addie because his father, Gene, is undergoing marital difficulties and brings Jamie to stay for the summer.

Related Concepts:

  • What circumstance leads to Addie's grandson, Jamie, residing with her for an extended period?: Addie's son, Gene, brings his son Jamie to stay at Addie's house for the summer due to the dissolution of his marriage.
  • What event prompts Addie to reconsider her decision regarding moving in with her son Gene?: Addie reconsiders moving in with Gene following a distressed telephone call from her grandson, Jamie, received late at night.
  • Describe the interactions between Addie and Louis with Jamie throughout his summer sojourn.: Jamie resides with Addie for the entire summer, frequently interacting with Louis; the two adults subsequently procure a dog for the boy.

Identify the primary source of contention between Addie and her son, Gene.

Answer: Gene disapproves of Addie's relationship with Louis because Louis had a past affair.

The conflict arises because Gene disapproves of Addie's relationship with Louis, stemming from Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.

Related Concepts:

  • What significant confession does Gene make to Addie and Louis upon their arrival at his residence?: Gene confesses that he has consistently held the belief that Addie attributed blame to him for his sister's demise.
  • What is the catalyst for conflict between Addie and her son Gene concerning her relationship with Louis?: Gene confronts Addie regarding her relationship with Louis, expressing disapproval due to his knowledge of Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.
  • What circumstance leads to Addie's grandson, Jamie, residing with her for an extended period?: Addie's son, Gene, brings his son Jamie to stay at Addie's house for the summer due to the dissolution of his marriage.

What specific incident precipitates Addie's hospitalization?

Answer: A fall

Addie is hospitalized following a fall.

Related Concepts:

  • What specific incident necessitates Addie's hospitalization?: Addie is hospitalized subsequent to experiencing a fall.

What significant confession does Gene impart to Addie and Louis?

Answer: He confesses he always believed Addie blamed him for his sister's death.

Gene confesses that he has harbored the belief that Addie blamed him for the death of his sister.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the catalyst for conflict between Addie and her son Gene concerning her relationship with Louis?: Gene confronts Addie regarding her relationship with Louis, expressing disapproval due to his knowledge of Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.
  • What significant confession does Gene make to Addie and Louis upon their arrival at his residence?: Gene confesses that he has consistently held the belief that Addie attributed blame to him for his sister's demise.
  • What does Addie's son, Gene, attempt to persuade her to do during her hospitalization?: While Addie is hospitalized, Gene attempts to persuade her to relocate and live with him.

Following Gene's confession, what decision does Addie reach regarding her future living arrangements?

Answer: She decides to move in with Gene and Jamie.

After Gene's confession, Addie decides to move in with Gene and Jamie, prioritizing family.

Related Concepts:

  • What does Addie's son, Gene, attempt to persuade her to do during her hospitalization?: While Addie is hospitalized, Gene attempts to persuade her to relocate and live with him.
  • Following Gene's confession, what decision does Addie render concerning her living situation?: Addie resolves that familial obligations take precedence and agrees to move in with Gene and Jamie.
  • What significant confession does Gene make to Addie and Louis upon their arrival at his residence?: Gene confesses that he has consistently held the belief that Addie attributed blame to him for his sister's demise.

Describe the method by which Addie and Louis sustain their connection subsequent to Addie's relocation to live with Gene.

Answer: Addie calls Louis using a cell phone he sent her.

Louis sends Addie a cell phone, which she uses to call him, allowing them to maintain their connection by talking like old friends.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the ultimate resolution for the relationship between Addie and Louis after Addie relocates to reside with Gene?: Following Addie's move to Gene's residence, she and Louis share a final night together; thereafter, both individuals resume their solitary evenings and sleeping arrangements.
  • Describe Louis Waters' initial reaction to Addie Moore's suggestion and the subsequent outcome.: Louis Waters initially exhibits a degree of hesitation regarding Addie's suggestion; however, he soon assents, and they commence spending their evenings and nights together at Addie's residence.
  • What is the catalyst for conflict between Addie and her son Gene concerning her relationship with Louis?: Gene confronts Addie regarding her relationship with Louis, expressing disapproval due to his knowledge of Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.

Articulate Addie Moore's initial, unconventional proposal to her neighbor, Louis Waters.

Answer: That they spend the night together to combat loneliness.

Addie Moore's initial suggestion to Louis Waters was that they spend the night together, non-sexually, as a means to alleviate their shared loneliness.

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  • Describe Louis Waters' initial reaction to Addie Moore's suggestion and the subsequent outcome.: Louis Waters initially exhibits a degree of hesitation regarding Addie's suggestion; however, he soon assents, and they commence spending their evenings and nights together at Addie's residence.
  • Identify the two principal characters in *Our Souls at Night* and describe their initial relationship.: The principal characters are Louis Waters, a widower, and Addie Moore, a widow. Despite being neighbors for many years, they initially possess only a superficial acquaintance.
  • How do Addie and Louis sustain their connection subsequent to Addie's relocation to Gene's household?: Upon receiving the cell phone, Addie initiates contact with Louis, and they resume conversing as old friends.

Explain the circumstances necessitating Addie's grandson, Jamie, residing with her.

Answer: His father, Gene, is experiencing marital problems.

Jamie comes to stay with Addie because his father, Gene, is undergoing marital difficulties and brings Jamie to stay for the summer.

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  • What circumstance leads to Addie's grandson, Jamie, residing with her for an extended period?: Addie's son, Gene, brings his son Jamie to stay at Addie's house for the summer due to the dissolution of his marriage.
  • What event prompts Addie to reconsider her decision regarding moving in with her son Gene?: Addie reconsiders moving in with Gene following a distressed telephone call from her grandson, Jamie, received late at night.
  • Describe the interactions between Addie and Louis with Jamie throughout his summer sojourn.: Jamie resides with Addie for the entire summer, frequently interacting with Louis; the two adults subsequently procure a dog for the boy.

Identify the primary source of contention between Addie and her son, Gene.

Answer: Gene disapproves of Addie's relationship with Louis because Louis had a past affair.

The conflict arises because Gene disapproves of Addie's relationship with Louis, stemming from Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.

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  • What significant confession does Gene make to Addie and Louis upon their arrival at his residence?: Gene confesses that he has consistently held the belief that Addie attributed blame to him for his sister's demise.
  • What is the catalyst for conflict between Addie and her son Gene concerning her relationship with Louis?: Gene confronts Addie regarding her relationship with Louis, expressing disapproval due to his knowledge of Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.
  • What circumstance leads to Addie's grandson, Jamie, residing with her for an extended period?: Addie's son, Gene, brings his son Jamie to stay at Addie's house for the summer due to the dissolution of his marriage.

What specific incident precipitates Addie's hospitalization?

Answer: A fall

Addie is hospitalized following a fall.

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  • What specific incident necessitates Addie's hospitalization?: Addie is hospitalized subsequent to experiencing a fall.

What significant confession does Gene impart to Addie and Louis?

Answer: He confesses he always believed Addie blamed him for his sister's death.

Gene confesses that he has harbored the belief that Addie blamed him for the death of his sister.

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  • What is the catalyst for conflict between Addie and her son Gene concerning her relationship with Louis?: Gene confronts Addie regarding her relationship with Louis, expressing disapproval due to his knowledge of Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.
  • What significant confession does Gene make to Addie and Louis upon their arrival at his residence?: Gene confesses that he has consistently held the belief that Addie attributed blame to him for his sister's demise.
  • What does Addie's son, Gene, attempt to persuade her to do during her hospitalization?: While Addie is hospitalized, Gene attempts to persuade her to relocate and live with him.

Following Gene's confession, what decision does Addie reach regarding her future living arrangements?

Answer: She decides to move in with Gene and Jamie.

After Gene's confession, Addie decides to move in with Gene and Jamie, prioritizing family.

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  • What does Addie's son, Gene, attempt to persuade her to do during her hospitalization?: While Addie is hospitalized, Gene attempts to persuade her to relocate and live with him.
  • Following Gene's confession, what decision does Addie render concerning her living situation?: Addie resolves that familial obligations take precedence and agrees to move in with Gene and Jamie.
  • What significant confession does Gene make to Addie and Louis upon their arrival at his residence?: Gene confesses that he has consistently held the belief that Addie attributed blame to him for his sister's demise.

Describe the method by which Addie and Louis sustain their connection subsequent to Addie's relocation to live with Gene.

Answer: Addie calls Louis using a cell phone he sent her.

Louis sends Addie a cell phone, which she uses to call him, allowing them to maintain their connection by talking like old friends.

Related Concepts:

  • What is the ultimate resolution for the relationship between Addie and Louis after Addie relocates to reside with Gene?: Following Addie's move to Gene's residence, she and Louis share a final night together; thereafter, both individuals resume their solitary evenings and sleeping arrangements.
  • Describe Louis Waters' initial reaction to Addie Moore's suggestion and the subsequent outcome.: Louis Waters initially exhibits a degree of hesitation regarding Addie's suggestion; however, he soon assents, and they commence spending their evenings and nights together at Addie's residence.
  • What is the catalyst for conflict between Addie and her son Gene concerning her relationship with Louis?: Gene confronts Addie regarding her relationship with Louis, expressing disapproval due to his knowledge of Louis's past infidelity during his own marriage.

Critical Reception and Audience Response

Critical reviews for *Our Souls at Night* lauded the direction and performances, with particular emphasis placed on the palpable chemistry between the lead actors.

Answer: True

Indeed, critical assessments frequently commended the directorial choices and the performances, especially the chemistry exhibited by Robert Redford and Jane Fonda.

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  • Summarize the critical consensus for *Our Souls at Night* as presented by Rotten Tomatoes.: Rotten Tomatoes' critical consensus posits that *Our Souls at Night* honors its source material's quiet strength by providing a straightforward yet robust platform for two accomplished veteran actors to convey its narrative.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.

Rotten Tomatoes indicates that *Our Souls at Night* possesses a critical approval rating below 70%.

Answer: False

Rotten Tomatoes reports an approval rating of 89% for *Our Souls at Night*, significantly above 70%.

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  • Summarize the critical consensus for *Our Souls at Night* as presented by Rotten Tomatoes.: Rotten Tomatoes' critical consensus posits that *Our Souls at Night* honors its source material's quiet strength by providing a straightforward yet robust platform for two accomplished veteran actors to convey its narrative.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.

Summarize the critical consensus for *Our Souls at Night* as presented by Rotten Tomatoes.

Answer: A simple yet sturdy canvas for veteran leads, honoring its source material.

Rotten Tomatoes' critical consensus posits that *Our Souls at Night* honors its source material's quiet strength by providing a straightforward yet robust platform for two accomplished veteran actors to convey its narrative.

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  • Summarize the critical consensus for *Our Souls at Night* as presented by Rotten Tomatoes.: Rotten Tomatoes' critical consensus posits that *Our Souls at Night* honors its source material's quiet strength by providing a straightforward yet robust platform for two accomplished veteran actors to convey its narrative.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.

What is the weighted average score assigned by Metacritic to *Our Souls at Night*, and what does this score signify regarding critical reception?

Answer: 69/100, indicating generally favorable reviews.

Metacritic assigned *Our Souls at Night* a weighted average score of 69 out of 100, based on 15 critical reviews, indicating that the film garnered generally favorable reviews.

Related Concepts:

  • Summarize the critical consensus for *Our Souls at Night* as presented by Rotten Tomatoes.: Rotten Tomatoes' critical consensus posits that *Our Souls at Night* honors its source material's quiet strength by providing a straightforward yet robust platform for two accomplished veteran actors to convey its narrative.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.

Summarize the critical consensus for *Our Souls at Night* as presented by Rotten Tomatoes.

Answer: A simple yet sturdy canvas for veteran leads, honoring its source material.

Rotten Tomatoes' critical consensus posits that *Our Souls at Night* honors its source material's quiet strength by providing a straightforward yet robust platform for two accomplished veteran actors to convey its narrative.

Related Concepts:

  • Summarize the critical consensus for *Our Souls at Night* as presented by Rotten Tomatoes.: Rotten Tomatoes' critical consensus posits that *Our Souls at Night* honors its source material's quiet strength by providing a straightforward yet robust platform for two accomplished veteran actors to convey its narrative.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.
  • Identify the screenwriters responsible for adapting the screenplay of *Our Souls at Night*.: The screenplay for *Our Souls at Night* was written by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber.

What is the weighted average score assigned by Metacritic to *Our Souls at Night*, and what does this score signify regarding critical reception?

Answer: 69/100, indicating generally favorable reviews.

Metacritic assigned *Our Souls at Night* a weighted average score of 69 out of 100, based on 15 critical reviews, indicating that the film garnered generally favorable reviews.

Related Concepts:

  • Summarize the critical consensus for *Our Souls at Night* as presented by Rotten Tomatoes.: Rotten Tomatoes' critical consensus posits that *Our Souls at Night* honors its source material's quiet strength by providing a straightforward yet robust platform for two accomplished veteran actors to convey its narrative.
  • Ascertain the primary genre classification for the film *Our Souls at Night*.: *Our Souls at Night* is classified as an American romantic drama.

Contextual Background and Legacy

The principal stars of *Our Souls at Night*, Robert Redford and Jane Fonda, had a prior collaborative acting history, including the 1967 film *Barefoot in the Park*.

Answer: True

Indeed, Robert Redford and Jane Fonda had a significant history of collaboration prior to *Our Souls at Night*, notably in films such as *Barefoot in the Park* (1967).

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  • Enumerate the prior films in which Robert Redford and Jane Fonda shared co-starring roles.: Prior to *Our Souls at Night*, Robert Redford and Jane Fonda co-starred in *The Chase* (1966), *Barefoot in the Park* (1967), and *The Electric Horseman* (1979).

The collaboration between Robert Redford and Jane Fonda in *Our Souls at Night* marked their inaugural professional partnership.

Answer: False

This was not their first collaboration; they had previously starred together in several films, including *The Chase*, *Barefoot in the Park*, and *The Electric Horseman*.

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  • Enumerate the prior films in which Robert Redford and Jane Fonda shared co-starring roles.: Prior to *Our Souls at Night*, Robert Redford and Jane Fonda co-starred in *The Chase* (1966), *Barefoot in the Park* (1967), and *The Electric Horseman* (1979).

The film title *Our Souls at Night* generated commentary in the United Kingdom owing to its phonetic resemblance to a vulgar colloquialism.

Answer: True

The title's pronunciation in the UK was noted to sound similar to a British slang term, leading to discussions about potential titling issues.

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  • Explain the reason for commentary surrounding the film title *Our Souls at Night* within the United Kingdom.: The title *Our Souls at Night*, when pronounced, bears a phonetic resemblance to a British slang term ('arseholes'), which prompted discussion regarding its suitability for the UK market.

Netflix elected to alter the film's title to *Evening Souls* for its release in the United Kingdom.

Answer: False

Netflix maintained the original title, *Our Souls at Night*, for its UK release, despite the phonetic considerations.

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  • Explain the reason for commentary surrounding the film title *Our Souls at Night* within the United Kingdom.: The title *Our Souls at Night*, when pronounced, bears a phonetic resemblance to a British slang term ('arseholes'), which prompted discussion regarding its suitability for the UK market.

Robert Redford held an uncredited role in Jane Fonda's debut film.

Answer: True

Robert Redford appeared uncredited as a basketball player in Jane Fonda's first film, *Tall Story* (1960).

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  • Detail Robert Redford's uncredited role in Jane Fonda's debut film.: Robert Redford held an uncredited role as a basketball player in *Tall Story*, Jane Fonda's inaugural film appearance.
  • Enumerate the prior films in which Robert Redford and Jane Fonda shared co-starring roles.: Prior to *Our Souls at Night*, Robert Redford and Jane Fonda co-starred in *The Chase* (1966), *Barefoot in the Park* (1967), and *The Electric Horseman* (1979).

Identify the film from the following options that does NOT represent a prior co-starring collaboration between Robert Redford and Jane Fonda.

Answer: Our Souls at Night

*Our Souls at Night* is the film in question, as it is the most recent collaboration, not one from their earlier shared filmography.

Related Concepts:

  • Enumerate the prior films in which Robert Redford and Jane Fonda shared co-starring roles.: Prior to *Our Souls at Night*, Robert Redford and Jane Fonda co-starred in *The Chase* (1966), *Barefoot in the Park* (1967), and *The Electric Horseman* (1979).
  • What is the significance of *Our Souls at Night* concerning the collaborative careers of Robert Redford and Jane Fonda?: This film represents the final cinematic collaboration between Robert Redford and Jane Fonda, following their prior joint ventures in several films.
  • Detail Robert Redford's uncredited role in Jane Fonda's debut film.: Robert Redford held an uncredited role as a basketball player in *Tall Story*, Jane Fonda's inaugural film appearance.

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